{"id":"kifli_a3d2d22974","slug":"kifli","title":"Kifli","description":"Soft and fluffy Eastern European crescent-shaped rolls with a golden crust and a buttery interior, perfect for breakfast or as a side dish.","serves":12,"time":{"prepMinutes":20,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":120,"activeMinutes":40},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g all-purpose flour","name":"All-purpose flour","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":4,"usUnit":"cup","form":"all-purpose","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"250ml warm milk","name":"Milk","quantity":250,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"cup","form":"warm","notes":"approx 110°F","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1 packet (7g) active dry yeast","name":"Active dry yeast","quantity":7,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"2 1/4","usUnit":"tsp","form":"dry","notes":"1 standard packet","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 tbsp sugar","name":"Sugar","quantity":12,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"tbsp","form":"granulated","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"50g unsalted butter, melted","name":"Butter","quantity":50,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"3.5","usUnit":"tbsp","form":"melted","notes":"unsalted","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1 tsp salt","name":"Salt","quantity":6,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"1 large egg","name":"Egg","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"room temperature","notes":"for the dough","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1 egg for wash","name":"Egg","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"beaten","notes":"for glazing","group":"Topping","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"1 tbsp sesame seeds","name":"Sesame Seed","quantity":9,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"tbsp","form":"whole","notes":"or poppy seeds","group":"Topping","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a small bowl, combine warm milk (approx 110°F (43°C)), sugar, and yeast. Let sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.","group":"Preparation","title":"Combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, melted butter, 1 egg, and the yeast mixture. Knead by hand or with a dough hook for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.","group":"Dough Making","title":"Combine flour, salt, melted butter, 1 egg, and the yeast mixture","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Dough Making"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 60 minutes or until doubled in size.","group":"Proofing","title":"Place dough in a greased bowl","timerMinutes":60,"sourceTitle":"Proofing"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Punch down the dough and divide it into two equal balls. Roll each ball into a large circle on a floured surface. Cut each circle into 6 triangles (like a pizza).","group":"Shaping","title":"Punch down the dough","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Shaping"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Roll each triangle up from the wide base toward the point. Bend the ends slightly to create a crescent shape. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.","group":"Shaping","title":"Roll each triangle up from the wide base toward the point","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Shaping"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Brush the tops with the beaten egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds if using. Let rise for another 20 minutes.","group":"Finishing","title":"Brush the tops with the beaten egg wash","timerMinutes":20,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Bake in the preheated oven at 390°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes or until deep golden brown.","group":"Baking","title":"Bake in the preheated oven","timerMinutes":20,"sourceTitle":"Baking"}],"notes":"Ensure the milk is warm but not hot, otherwise it will kill the yeast. You can sprinkle these with caraway seeds or coarse salt for more flavor.","cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Hungarian","Serbian","Bulgarian"]},"course":["side","appetizer"],"cookingMethod":["bake"],"equipment":["Large mixing bowl","Rolling pin","Baking sheet","Parchment paper","Pastry brush"],"diet":["vegetarian"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten","milk","eggs"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":12,"unit":"piece","note":"12 medium crescent rolls"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The dough can be prepared the night before and proofed in the fridge overnight."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container at room temperature.","reheatingNotes":"Warm in a 350°F (177°C) oven for 5 minutes to restore crispness."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fkifli_a3d2d22974%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=c2a86354-8c47-44a7-866c-e4f477c9c81e","imageAlt":"Kifli — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["bread","rolls","crescent","soft","traditional","bakery"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Kifli","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T05:03:23.665Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T05:03:23.665Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_943b7108be","slug":"buckwheat-porridge-hrechana-kasha","title":"Buckwheat Porridge (Hrechana Kasha)","description":"A nutritious, nutty, and comforting Eastern European staple. 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